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Feb 28

Wisconsin receives $17M to aid school food authorities in resolving ongoing supply chain challenges

Funding to be allocated to SFAs participating in National School Lunch Program, School Breakfast Program
MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction recently received more than $17 million in federal funding to aid public school districts...
Feb 16

Department will hold public hearing on proposed rule related to district-sponsored licenses with stipulations

MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction will hold a public hearing to accept public testimony on a proposed permanent rule related...
Feb 15

Wisconsin teachers receive national recognition for inspiring students in STEM

Elementary teachers from Milwaukee, Waupun honored by White House
MADISON — Two Wisconsin teachers have been recognized by the White House for their role in encouraging and supporting students in science and...
Feb 11

An open letter to families and educators

From Wisconsin State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly
Dear Wisconsin Families and Educators,   I am writing this letter to you as a fellow parent and a former teacher.   Like you, I know what it...
Feb 10

Our kids need real solutions

A statement from State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly
MADISON — State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly issued the following statement regarding the bills before the Assembly Committee on Education today...
Feb 04

Department will hold public hearing on proposed rule related to calculation of aid under the Achievement Gap Reduction Program

MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction will hold a public hearing to accept public testimony on a proposed permanent rule related...
Feb 03

Department will hold public hearing on proposed rule related to grade ranges for school administrators and SLPs

MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction will hold a public hearing to accept public testimony on a proposed permanent rule related...
Feb 02

Library community engagement projects bring communities together during pandemic

WLTC report highlights new and ongoing statewide library and community partnerships
MADISON — A statewide community engagement training program provided a pathway for public libraries and local partners to work together to meet...
Feb 02

State superintendent issues statement on Joint Committee on Finance approving DPI’s ESSER III plan

MADISON — State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly today issued the following statement regarding the Joint Committee on Finance approving the Wisconsin...
Feb 01

Open enrollment application period opens Feb. 7

MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction announced today the online application period for the Public School Open Enrollment Program...